June 15, 2005 Governor Dodge Discusses How Canada Is Adjusting to Change Media Relations Winnipeg, Manitoba Bank of Canada Governor David Dodge said today that Canadians are making the adjustments that will help our economy thrive in a changing global economic environment. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
June 15, 2005 Adjusting to Change Remarks David Dodge Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Winnipeg, Manitoba Change is the central theme of my remarks today. First, I will talk about some of the changes that have taken place at the Bank of Canada over its 70-year history. Then, I'll talk about some of the changes that are currently taking place in the global economy, as well as how we see our economy - across Canada and right here in Manitoba - adjusting to these changes. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
June 9, 2005 How the Canadian Economy Is Adjusting to Global Forces Remarks David Dodge Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan Tokyo, Japan Rapid growth in emerging-market economies is driving up demand for commodities, and that has pushed up world prices for oil and many non-energy commodities. Meanwhile, productivity improvements in some countries and a competitive world environment are lowering the prices for some consumer goods, communications services, and computer equipment. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
June 2, 2005 Monetary Policy and the Exchange Rate in Canada Remarks David Dodge Canada China Business Council Beijing, China Canada's experience is interesting and potentially insightful for two important reasons. First, Canada has more experience with a flexible exchange rate than almost any other country. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
May 30, 2005 Reflections on the International Economic and Monetary Order Remarks David Dodge la Conférence de Montréal Montréal, Quebec Up to now, world capital markets have been managing these imbalances in a reasonably smooth way. In the short term, it is reasonable to expect that they will continue to do so. But over the medium term, imbalances of this magnitude are not sustainable. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
May 30, 2005 Governor Dodge Examines How Countries Can Help Resolve Global Imbalances Media Relations Montréal, Quebec Mr. Dodge cited the promotion of flexible markets, the creation and maintenance of a sound financial system, and the pursuit of sound fiscal and monetary policies as priorities for policy-makers worldwide. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
May 27, 2005 70 Years of Central Banking in Canada Remarks David Dodge Canadian Economics Association Hamilton, Ontario The Bank opened its doors on 11 March 1935, at the height of the Great Depression, and immediately faced enormous challenges. In meeting those challenges, the new Bank of Canada drew on the experience of other, established central banks. It received valuable guidance in functions such as the issuance of bank notes, managing foreign exchange reserves, and promoting financial stability. Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Remarks
May 25, 2005 Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 1/2 per cent. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
May 19, 2005 Bank of Canada announces the publication of the first issue of the International Journal of Central Banking Media Relations The Bank of Canada, along with the other sponsoring organizations1 of the International Journal of Central Banking (IJCB), today announced the publication of the journal's first issue and the launch of a website, hosted by the Bank for International Settlements. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
May 18, 2005 Bank of Canada Issues Upgraded $10 Bank Note Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario The Bank of Canada today put into circulation an upgraded $10 bank note with enhanced security features. The design, colour, and theme (Remembrance and Peacekeeping) of the upgraded $10 note are the same as those of the previously issued $10 note from the Canadian Journey series. Content Type(s): Press, Press releases